About this episodeHost Drew Wallow conducts a series of backstage interviews at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards, celebr…AI summary
Host Drew Wallow conducts a series of backstage interviews at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards, celebrating female artists through a recurring 'giving flowers' segment. The conversations highlight the critical role of maternal support, female mentorship, and fan loyalty in the artists' careers, while also sharing personal anecdotes and fun facts.
Key takeaways 5
Maternal influence is a dominant theme, with nearly every artist (Anitta, Doja Cat, Megan Moroni, Becky G, Megan Thee Stallion, Lauren Herggie, Victoria Moné, Madison Beer, Tanner Adele) citing their mother as their primary source of support or inspiration.
The event emphasizes a supportive, male-free environment, with artists noting they feel 'safe,' 'held up,' and that the energy is 'light' because there are 'no men involved' in the celebration.
Fan loyalty is described as essential for longevity; artists value fans who stick with them through different phases, correct misconceptions (Moneybagg Yo's name), and provide emotional support.
Personal resilience and past struggles are celebrated, including Megan Thee Stallion's mental health journey and Lauren Herggie's survival through bullying and industry challenges.
Specific career milestones and fun facts are highlighted, such as Anitta's pug family, Doja Cat's early YouTube covers, Becky G's fashion-focused glasses, and Zara Larsson's teenage blog.
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“My mom has always been behind the scenes and she was always my mom and she was like helping me since I was very little with my dress and they're honoring her tonight as well. So oh my gosh, how amazing. The first award ceremony that they honor me and my mom and she deserves it more than I.”
▶ 1:05Anitta expressing gratitude for being honored alongside her mother at the Billboard Women in Music Awards.
“I feel safe. Like, I feel just held up. Like, the energy in the room is so good. I thought I was going to be nervous, but my girls got me. So, said the same thing. I said, 'The energy is so light.' Yes. No men involved.”
▶ 3:11Doja Cat describing the supportive atmosphere of the event.
“I give flowers to my fans for like understanding that I'm human. Um, my true supporters do not treat me like I'm expendable. They don't treat me like I'm a product.”
▶ 16:39Moneybagg Yo (referred to as Money Long in transcript) discussing the importance of respectful fan interaction.
“She had one slight mental breakdown and that's what we needed to get through. So, I see Megan and I love you. And now we have no teeth, no boobs, and and life's great.”
▶ 13:46Megan Thee Stallion reflecting on her past struggles and current success during an emotional moment with the host.
“Triflin men. Period. Period. I love that. No further explanation needed.”
▶ 32:58Summer Walker identifying 'triflin men' as her inspiration for music.
Chapters & Sections (28)▼
0:00Backstage Interview at Billboard Women in Music Awardschapter2
0:002025 Billboard Women in Music Awards Backstage
2:14Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Music Awards
4:33Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Musicchapter2
4:33Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Music
6:19Becky G Interview at Billboard Women in Music
8:59Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Music Awardschapter2
8:59Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Music Awards
10:42Megan Trainer Interview at Billboard Women in Music
13:17Celebrating Personal Growth and Gratitudechapter2
13:17Mother's Heartfelt Message to Her Daughter
14:45Celebrity Interview on Billboard Win
17:21Celebrity Interview and Award Ceremonychapter3
17:21Celebrity Interview at Billboard Women in Music Awards
19:00Celebrity Interview with Victoria Monae
20:33Celebrity Interview at Women in Music Awards
23:18Billboard Women in Music Honors Callie Ojichapter3
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